ConnectingALL with Digital Equity Capacity Grant in New York

The New York State Digital Equity Plan––created by the state's ConnectALL Office––envisions a state transformed by digital infrastructure that brings to all New York residents access to high-speed, reliable, and affordable broadband for education, economic growth, and full participation in civic life. With this vision and plan, the state is beginning to implement its programs, supported by over $36 million in funding from the National Telecommunication and Information Administration's (NTIA) Digital Equity Capacity Grant Program. According to NTIA, ConnectALL will use its $36 million in funding to undertake the following key initiatives:

• Fund new and existing programs that distribute new and refurbished devices, such as computers or laptops.
• Fund tech support programs as a job-readiness pathway.
• Develop digital safety trainings that protect against stolen data, scams, surveillance, and online harassment.

Keep reading for more specifics on ConnectALL's digital equity goals, key activities, and full implementation timeline.